Essential Vehicle Maintenance Tips

Five “Secrets” to Extending Vehicle Road-Life

We all want to get the most mileage and the most efficient driving experiences out of our car, truck, or SUV. This doesn’t happen by accident. Drivers have to consistently maintain their vehicle by giving it quality service and attention. Fortunately, these important services are available from our qualified technicians at Coopers Auto Repair Specialists in Puyallup, WA. These are the Top 5 Maintenance Tips to keep your vehicle in optimal condition.

Change the Oil

This is the foundation of all auto maintenance services. The engine is the heart of your vehicle, and the oil change keeps the heart beating. Many owners fail to put their vehicle on the appropriate oil change schedule for the vehicle’s age, usage, and driving conditions. Of all the maintenance tips, the oil change provides the biggest benefit in repair cost prevention, while requiring the least amount of investment.

Replace Brake Pads

The braking system is arguably the single most important vehicle component. Not only will an effective brake system keep you safe on the road, but quality brake pads will prevent costly repairs down the road. Keep an ear out for the early warning signs of a brake service need and bring it to Cooper Auto Repair Specialists in Puyallup, WA, as soon as possible. Replacing brake pads will enhance your vehicle’s overall performance.

Rotate Your Tires

This is a simple maintenance service that you might want to have performed at every oil change. It should be consistent for a couple of reasons. First of all, since the tires wear unevenly, this will prevent one set of tires from balding earlier than the other. This type of uneven tire tread makes the vehicle unsafe for road travel, which increases the probability of an accident. Also, failing to rotate your tires will end up costing more in frequent tire replacements.

Check Your Coolant

Your vehicle’s coolant affects a variety of engine components, including the radiator, water pumps, and air conditioner. When you stay on top of the coolant maintenance you can avoid serious internal damages from corrosion. It’s a good idea to check or change your coolant at least twice a year, before the warm weather and again before the cold weather.

Check the Spark Plugs

Most drivers are familiar with the spark plugs, but they may not know when they should be changed. Customers often come to the full-service repair shop at Cooper’s Auto Repair with concerns about their engine’s performance. Sometimes it’s the timely spark plug change that’s preventing a costly engine repair.

Regardless of which of these routine maintenance needs is at the top of your list, you can count on our ASE Master Certified technicians to assess your vehicle and perform the best quality services. Come see us at Coopers Auto Repair Specialists in Puyallup, WA, today.